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English
10th Grade
09/23/2014

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accost
Definition
to approach and preak to first
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animadversion
Definition
a comment indicating strong criticism or disapproval
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avid
Definition
desirous of something to the point of greed; intensely eager
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brackish
Definition
having a salty taste and un pleasant to drink
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celerity
Definition
swiftness, rapidity of motion or action
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devious
Definition
straying or wandering from a straight or direct course
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gambit
Definition
sacrifice for the over all gain
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halcyon
Definition
legendary bird/ calm peaceful happy, golden
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histrionic
Definition
pertaining to actors and their techniques;theatrical
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